US Bridges

FM 423 NB over Panther Creek

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.85 MI S of US 380 · Structure no. 180610131502009

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
600 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
14,700
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 423 NB over Panther Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 423 NB over Panther Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 14,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2036. The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 423 NB
CrossesPanther Creek
Location0.85 MI S of US 380
RouteState Highway 423
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.20648, -96.88028
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHL 93
Structure length600 ft (182.9 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,700 (2016)
Projected traffic20,000 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 423 NB over Panther Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 423 NB over Panther Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does FM 423 NB over Panther Creek carry?

About 14,700 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 423 NB over Panther Creek?

The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FM 423 NB over Panther Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.